The Altair Bay Harbor Hotel

9540 W Bay Harbor Dr, Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154, Miami Beach, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.4 / 5

Overview

The Altair Bay Harbor Hotel is a 4-star property at 9540 W Bay Harbor Dr in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida, listed under Miami Beach. It sits opposite a canal and has a sleek, polished style. Guests rate it 4.4 from 725 public reviews.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows and an airy feel. They come with TVs, Wi-Fi, minifridges and coffeemakers. Some upgraded rooms add balconies and canal views. The 1- to 2-bedroom suites have separate living rooms, sofabeds, dining areas and kitchenettes.

Dining & Amenities

The hotel has a kosher restaurant, a rooftop pool with a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. A breakfast buffet and valet parking are available. Guest feedback mentions Shabbat meals in a positive light.

Location & Surroundings

The hotel is a 9-minute walk from the shores of Biscayne Bay. It is 3 miles from Haulover Beach and 5 miles from I-95. Haulover Park is about 3 km away, Oleta River State Park about 3 km, and the Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami about 5 km. Farther afield are the Fontainebleau Miami Beach (about 7.7 km), The Bass (about 9.9 km), Wynwood Walls (about 11.5 km), the Pérez Art Museum Miami (about 12.3 km) and South Pointe Park Pier (about 13.7 km).

Best for

Suits travelers who want a quiet base with a kosher restaurant on site, including guests observing Shabbat, since reviews praise the Shabbat meals. The suites with kitchenettes, living rooms and sofabeds also suit longer stays and groups. The rooftop pool and walkable Biscayne Bay shoreline add leisure appeal.

Travel tips

Valet parking is offered, which helps if you're driving. I-95 is about 5 miles away and Haulover Beach about 3 miles, so a car or shuttle is useful for the beach and for Miami attractions such as Wynwood Walls and the Pérez Art Museum, which are 11–12 km away. Guests mention a shuttle service, but its details aren't documented, so confirm availability with the hotel. Request an upgraded room if you want a balcony or canal view.

What guests say

Guests often praise the friendly, attentive staff, naming the front desk, housekeeping and pool team, and one reviewer singled out shuttle service. The quiet location near restaurants and shops, within walking distance of the beach, is another positive. Shabbat meals get strong praise. One critical review said the price felt high for the service received and compared the hotel unfavorably with a cheaper chain option.

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